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How can i prevent osteoarthritis?
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Osteoarthritis: Proper exercise and good nutrition are keys to helping reduce your risk. Some things such as trauma and injury you cannot avoid. Maintaining strength and an active healthy lifestyle are your best bets.
Answered 6/2/2014
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